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Highlights
- Explore the aquarium after dark on a 1.5-hour guided tour through 10 tropical ecosystems—from mountain streams to the Great Barrier Reef.
- Watch the shift in behavior as nocturnal predators like sharks, rays, and moray eels begin their nightly hunt.
- Learn from expert wildlife educators as you witness the glow of coral and elusive rainforest species at night.
- Complete your day with a 2-course dinner at the Aquarium's stunning aquatic-themed restaurant, Squires Loft. Relax by the indoor marine tanks and enjoy a menu of steakhouse favorites, from fried calamari to legendary slow-cooked ribs.
Your Experience
See the Great Barrier Reef like never before—on a quiet, guided twilight tour that reveals how marine life transforms after sunset.
Getting started
Arrive at Cairns Aquarium after public hours and check in at the entrance using your mobile or printed ticket. Staff will guide you to your group and introduce your wildlife educator. If you’ve selected the dinner upgrade, your 2-course meal will be served at the end of the tour at the aquatic-themed Squires Loft Restaurant, with views into the main reef tank.
What to expect
Cairns Aquarium
This award-winning aquarium reveals a different side of marine and rainforest life at night.
Features
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After-hours access: Explore in peace after the daytime crowds have left.
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Twilight transitions: Watch as colorful reef fish settle and nocturnal predators like sharks, rays, and moray eels emerge.
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Expert-led tour: Follow a wildlife educator through 10 ecosystems, from mountain streams to the Coral Sea.
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Optional dinner: End the tour with a relaxed 2-course meal at the aquatic-themed Squires Loft Restaurant.
Inclusions
- 2-hour guided night tour
- After-hours entry to Cairns Aquarium
- English-speaking wildlife educator
- 2-course dinner at Squires Loft Restaurant (as per option selected, menu here)
This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.
Ticket Delivery
- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.
Frequently asked questions
Clear answers to the most common questions travelers ask before booking this experience.